In the ’90s, Better Than Ezra produced Billboard hits such as “Good” and “The King of New Orleans,” but in the 2000s, the band dedicated much of its time to becoming philanthropic leaders within the New Orleans community. Today, the platinum-selling rock band has its own foundation—the BTE Foundation—and is preparing for the 10th annual Ezra Open.

The Ezra Open began as a charity golf tournament for Multiple Sclerosis in 2000, but has evolved into a bowling tournament at Rock ’n’ ...